Zinedine Zidane

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Real Madrid’s Spanish defender Sergio Ramos (right) challenges Manchester City’s Belgian midfielder Kevin De Bruyne during the UEFA Champions League round of 16 first-leg football match between Real Madrid and Manchester City at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on February 26, 2020. (AFP)

Man City stun Real Madrid at Santiago Bernabeu

Kevin De Bruyne sets up equaliser and then converts penalty for the winner

27 Feb 2020 10:03 AM

After playing a 1-1 draw against Valencia, Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane said that his team never gives up. (Photo:AFP)

Real Madrid never give up: Zinedine Zidane

Valencia took a one-goal lead during their La Liga clash but Karim Benzema's strike in the 95th minute saved Real Madrid from a defeat.

17 Dec 2019 3:24 PM

For Bale, the prospect of a rapprochement with Zidane is unlikely, even if the Frenchman is keen to maintain the peace for the sake of the team, particularly while the transfer window is closed. (Photo:AFP)

Defiant Bale down but not out at Real Madrid

Zidane urged the fans to remember Bale's achievements.

25 Nov 2019 12:00 PM

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane said he is not thinking about leaving the club and is only focusing on winning the upcoming game. (Photo: AFP)

Zinedine Zidane: 'I'm not thinking about leaving Real Madrid'

There have been speculations that Jose Mourinho could replace him. However, Zidane said it does not bother him.

21 Sep 2019 9:00 PM

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane said that Eden Hazard is not fit to play right now for Belgium's upcoming matches. (Photo: AFP)

Zinedine Zidane: 'Hazard not fit to play right now'

Hazard has been named in Belgium's squad for the September's Euro 2020 qualifiers.

31 Aug 2019 8:21 PM

Zinedine Zidane has challenged Gareth Bale to show why he is still one of the world's best players as he continues his reintegration at Real Madrid. (Photo:AP)

Gareth Bale needs to show 'the player we know he is': Zinedine Zidane

Bale's start in Vigo came after Eden Hazard sustained a thigh injury in training and it remains to be seen if he retains his place.

23 Aug 2019 9:31 PM

Coach Zinedine Zidane said Gareth Bale will remain at Real Madrid this season. (Photo: AFP)

Bale to stay after helping Madrid to win at Celta - Zidane

Bale created Madrid’s opening goal, which was scored by Karim Benzema, with a superb change of pace down the left-wing.

18 Aug 2019 8:30 PM

In his 11 games at the end of last season, Madrid won five, the only promise of progress the words Zidane kept repeating. "Things will change, for sure," he said. (Photo: File)

Judgement day for Real Madrid as Zidane's second coming begins

Zidane took over a team with nothing to play for and a squad he knew was in need of reform.

14 Aug 2019 10:56 AM

After the game, Zidane was also asked about a possible move for Paris Saint-Germain striker Neymar but he refused to address the issue. (Photo: AFP)

Bale returns as Zidane stays tight-lipped on Neymar

Bale came off the bench as Madrid drew 2-2 against Roma in the Stadio Olimpico, before losing the friendly on penalties.

12 Aug 2019 10:31 AM

Zidane has made clear that Bale is not in his plans as he looks to rejuvenate Real Madrid following their miserable season last term. (Photo: AFP)

Gareth Bale snubbed again by Zidane for Madrid friendly

Bale has only played in two of Real Madrid's five pre-season games so far, coming on as a substitute against Arsenal and Atletico Madrid

07 Aug 2019 5:14 PM

Bale, who has been strongly linked with a move away from the Spanish club, missed the trip to Munich for the Audi Cup pre-season tournament because he was not fit and had stayed in Madrid to train, Zidane said on Tuesday. (Photo: AP)

Bale's round of golf not a concern for Zidane

Media reports in Spain said the Welsh winger had been on the golf course on Tuesday while his team mates were losing 1-0 to Tottenham.

01 Aug 2019 3:06 PM

Gareth Bale has been deemed surplus to requirements at Real despite helping his side to a Spanish title and four Champions League crowns since arriving from Tottenham Hotspur six years ago. (Photo:AFP)

Gareth Bale "Won't Be Leaving" Real Madrid On Loan, Says Agent

But his representative, Jonathan Barnett, told Sky Sports News any deal would have to be a permanent one.

26 Jul 2019 1:45 PM

Asensio suffered a knee injury in the team's match against Arsenal in the International Champions Cup and the player is likely to miss six to nine months of footballing action. (Photo: AFP)

Marco Asensio pens emotional message after suffering knee injury; see tweet

Real Madrid is also hampered by Ferland Mendy's fitness issues as he injured his leg against Arsenal.

26 Jul 2019 1:15 PM

Asensio also registered a goal for the team in the 59th minute to bring the scoreline at 2-2. (Photo: AFP)

'Marco Asensio's injury is worrisome', says coach Zinedine Zidane

The 23-year-old Asensio suffered a knee injury during a challenge with Arsenal's star Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang around the hour mark.

24 Jul 2019 4:34 PM

Zidane, after the match against Bayern Munich, had said that it would be good if Bale leaves the club as it will be good for both the team and the player. (Photo:AFP)

Gareth Bale did not want to play against Bayern Munich, claims Zidane

Bale's future at Real Madrid is uncertain as he is rumoured to be in talks with Chinese Super League clubs Jiangsu Suning and Beijing Guoan.

23 Jul 2019 9:50 AM

Amid suggestions that competition will only increase next season after the arrival of Belgian Eden Hazard, Gareth Bale was left out of Saturday’s 3-1 defeat by Bayern Munich in a pre-season clash in Houston. (Photo:AFP)

Zinedine Zidane confirms Gareth Bale's exit from Real Madrid

Bale was criticised by the Spanish media last season after failing to fill the void left by Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure to Juventus.

22 Jul 2019 12:51 PM

Zidane had the number 11 benched throughout the match, not letting Bale bid farewell to his fans one last time (Photo: AFP)

Bale likely to leave Madrid soon - media reports

According to ABC media, the 29 year old was looking forward to wear Madrid’s all white until 2022, seeing the fulfilment of his contract.

02 Jun 2019 12:08 PM

Zidane was uncharacteristically upset after the setback against Rayo, the team's fourth in six matches. (Photo: AFP)

Zidane loses patience after Real Madrid's defeat against Rayo Vallecano

A day before the disappointing performance against Rayo, Madrid fans had to endure seeing Barcelona clinch its second straight league title.

29 Apr 2019 5:07 PM

The real madrid striker has score 21 goals in 34 appearances in La Liga's current season. (Photo: AFP)

Real Madrid star Karim Benzema likely to miss rest of the season

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has expressed that he has ‘many options’ and will try to win the game despite Karim’s absence.

28 Apr 2019 10:33 AM

Real Madrid are currently third in the league, four points behind Atletico Madrid. (Photo: AP)

Real Madrid back to winning ways with Benzema's hat-trick against Athletic Bilbao

The Frenchman increased his tally to 21 league goals this season. This is the first time he has achieved the total since 2015-16.

22 Apr 2019 11:58 AM

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